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# WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Read more, Prompt Less

Stop trading foundational tech craftsmanship for automated AI shortcuts. Escape endless prototyping loops and combat organizational amnesia by returning to deep work, human iteration, and DORA metrics.

- **Speakers:** [Christian Heilmann](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@chris-heilmann), [Daniel Cranney](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@daniel-cranney), [Luise Freese](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@luise-freese)
- **Event:** WeAreDevelopers LIVE
- **Published:** October 14, 2026
- **Duration:** 1:01:30
- **URL:** https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100619-wearedevelopers-live-read-more-prompt-less
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